"Keep in mind that European sizes run a little differently from US sizes.", Amie writes, "A US shoemaker tends toward a slightly wider shoe, while European sizing errs on the narrow side, particularly on the larger end of the scale."

The reason you can wear these 7" sandals: "A platform can be subtracted from the heel measurement to get the true feel of the heel height. If the shoe you're shopping has a 4-inch heel and a 1-inch platform, it will feel like you're walking on a 3-inch heel.". Amie, you're a genius!

"Soles generally come in three iterations: leather, rubber, and synthetic. Leather soles may wear down more quickly than rubber." (I think we've all had this happen, am I right?) "If you think your new pair will get a lot of wear,", Amie says, "have them resoled at a cobbler right away, and they'll last you for ages." Good tip, girl!

So ladies, what do you think of these shopping tips? Got any high heel advice you'd like to share? And what do you think of these designer styles I found on Shopbop.com? Pretty cute, right?